CRNA Salary Guide
What does a CRNA in the United States earn? Below we show two clearly-labeled, separately-sourced numbers: the SleepyStaff posted-listing average (the pay actually advertised on active CRNA listings) and the BLS benchmark mean from the official wage survey. We never blend the two.
SleepyStaff posted-listing average
- SleepyStaff posted-listing average (171 active listings): $285,311 – $311,138 / year
- Annual vs hourly listings: 142 annual, 32 hourly
- Full advertised range: $150,000 – $550,000
- Average hourly listing rate: $231–$233/hr
- Sign-on bonus: 54 of 171 listings (32%) advertise a sign-on bonus, averaging $67,222.
BLS benchmark
- BLS national mean (BLS OEWS May 2024/2025): $248,320 / year
- BLS mean hourly: $111.39/hr
- BLS median: $223,210
- BLS estimated employment: 47,810 CRNAs nationally
W-2 vs 1099 CRNA pay
Employment type drives a large share of CRNA pay variation: new-graduate W-2 roles commonly start around $160,000–$180,000; experienced 1099 / independent-contractor pay typically runs $250,000–$350,000; locum assignments are usually billed hourly at $125–$325/hr. 1099 roles trade benefits and PTO for a higher headline rate, so compare total compensation, not just salary.
CRNA salary by state
| State | Listing avg / year | Listings | Open jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $265,000 – $288,500 | 20 | Texas CRNA jobs |
| New York | $288,733 – $313,000 | 15 | New York CRNA jobs |
| Florida | $285,000 – $306,000 | 9 | Florida CRNA jobs |
| Arizona | $301,429 – $325,000 | 8 | Arizona CRNA jobs |
| Pennsylvania | $257,286 – $297,571 | 8 | Pennsylvania CRNA jobs |
| North Carolina | $265,000 – $299,167 | 7 | North Carolina CRNA jobs |
| Illinois | $335,000 – $345,000 | 7 | Illinois CRNA jobs |
| Virginia | $256,333 – $276,000 | 7 | Virginia CRNA jobs |
| Colorado | $250,833 – $295,833 | 6 | Colorado CRNA jobs |
| New Mexico | $351,667 – $385,000 | 6 | New Mexico CRNA jobs |
| Massachusetts | $279,433 – $286,100 | 6 | Massachusetts CRNA jobs |
| Michigan | $290,000 – $303,333 | 5 | Michigan CRNA jobs |
| California | $353,333 – $363,333 | 5 | California CRNA jobs |
| Missouri | $287,500 – $325,000 | 5 | Missouri CRNA jobs |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a CRNA make?
On SleepyStaff, active CRNA listings advertise an average of $285,311 – $311,138 per year across 171 postings. For comparison, the BLS reports a national mean of $248,320 (BLS OEWS May 2024/2025). These are two separately-sourced figures — posted-listing market pay vs. official survey benchmark.
What is the difference between W-2 and 1099 CRNA pay?
Employment type drives a large share of CRNA pay variation: new-graduate W-2 roles commonly start around $160,000–$180,000; experienced 1099 / independent-contractor pay typically runs $250,000–$350,000; locum assignments are usually billed hourly at $125–$325/hr. 1099 roles trade benefits and PTO for a higher headline rate, so compare total compensation, not just salary.
Which states pay CRNAs the most?
Among the states we track, New Mexico currently shows the highest CRNA listing average ($351,667 – $385,000). Pay also depends on call burden, employment type, and setting — see the state-by-state table above.
Do CRNA jobs include a sign-on bonus?
54 of 171 listings (32%) advertise a sign-on bonus, averaging $67,222.
Back to the Anesthesia Salary Guide · Browse all CRNA jobs
Sources
Posted-listing averages are computed from active SleepyStaff job listings. Benchmark figures are from: